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The car should be level when draining fluids. A set of ramps should be had for times when not doing wheel/suspension work.
Front wheels on the ramp, jack the rear and set on stands.
Sometimes when doing a coolant flush, the vehicle doesn't even have to leave the ground. (On X5's)
The radiator drain is right there in front (after removing splash shield of course) and the engine drain isn't too far in and some people can reach without jacking it up. Can't be a big guy/gal, but if you're small enough it's doable. (On X5's)